DID YOU KNOW...The Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, January 28- February 3

These days, in the new age of social media revolution, the best source of information is YOU. Each day, fans of BroadwayWorld post tens of thousands of comments on our multiple message boards (main and local), weighing in on the latest news, rumors, reviews, stars and more. Each week, we find a few stand-out threads - those that have sparked particularly interesting discussion that we've decided to shine a light on each week in our newest feature: DID YOU KNOW...The 10 Most Interesting Message Board Topics of the Week, brought to you by YOU!

Be sure to check back each week to see if YOUR thread made the list!

Please Stop Saying EVERYTHING Is Too "Safe" A Choice
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041593&dt=24&boardid=1

It’s true. It has become quite a trend for theatre fans to criticize productions for making choices that are too safe… but would bad choices be worse? (started by Jordan Catalano)

Have you ever seen a show and cannot remember any of it?
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041614&dt=28&boardid=1

It has happened to the best of us. Despite the quality of a Broadway show, sometimes once just isn’t enough to keep it locked in your memory. (started by staunchcharacter)

Laura Osnes as MILLIE
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041535&dt=14&boardid=1

Laura Osnes has had a very busy year, playing both Hope in ANYTHING GOES and the title role in BONNIE & CLYDE on Broadway. What other roles would you like to see her play? (started by walkinginspace2)

What Is Ben Brantley's Worst Review?
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041455&dt=33&boardid=1

Some Broadway productions don’t do as well as others when it comes to critical reception. Can you remember any that were particularly hated by NY Times critic Ben Brantley? (started by Phantom of London)

She's Back! CARRIE - First preview !!!
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041401&dt=289&boardid=1

It’s one of the most anticipated productions of the Spring season, and for those of us who still haven't seen it, we can’t help but wonder about the big comeback! (started by Famebroadway2)

Finally There's An All White Version Of HAIRSPRAY!
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041536&dt=52&boardid=1

Those who are familiar with the themes, characters and overall storyline of Hairspray know that an all-white version of the show seems a bit different. Read on for more info. (started by Jordan Catalano)

Samantha Barks to Play Eponine in LES MIS Film
http://broadwayworld.com/board/readmessage.php?thread=1041565&dt=124&boardid=1

It’s the biggest casting news since Taylor Swift was reported to have snagged the part last month. How do you think Barks will do as Eponine? (started by somethingwicked)